Counsellor – Counselling Intervention Services
Core
Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed counselling and interventions to children and young people (aged 6–18) who have experienced abuse, neglect, disrupted attachment, and complex trauma.
Role type
Clinical counsellor (child protection and trauma)
Builds
Therapeutic support plans and interventions for vulnerable children and their care teams
Domain
Child protection, trauma therapy, community services
Required skills
Trauma-informed practice, child development knowledge, assessment, report writing, relationship building with children and families
Preferred skills
Experience in community services sector, working with children and families
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Deliver individual therapeutic counselling and interventions; Undertake assessments and develop tailored therapeutic plans; Support carers and care teams through education and practical strategies; Advocate for positive outcomes for children and young people; Maintain professional case records and reporting requirements; Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC